Maintaining great skin can be a challenge if you don’t know the secrets to having perfect skin. Did you know that what you eat and what you use on your skin plays a tremendous role on the state of your skin?

Regardless of your skin type, all skin types should avoid eating fried foods because these foods contain free radicals that are toxic to the vital enzymes in the body.

Other foods that should also be avoided are alcohol and caffeine, especially on those individuals with dry skin. Alcohol and caffeine are diuretics that cause the skin to lose fluids and minerals. Basically, the diuretics dehydrate the skin making it look tired and dry leading to premature aging.

A great moisturizing secret is to use food from your kitchen on your skin. For example, avocado makes an excellent moisturizing facemask. It conditions the skin leaving it feeling moisturized and looking vibrant.

Try this recipe:

Mash ½ avocado with 1 tbsp of plain yogurt. Blend well and apply to clean skin. Leave on for 10 – 15 minutes and then rinse off face.

Proper cleansing of the skin prior to applying any moisturizer or face mask is always recommended. It's best that the pores are completely clean for the best results

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